Visit Palermo Historical Center
Popular places to visit

Teatro Massimo
Enjoy a show at Teatro Massimo, a theatre with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Palermo Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Palermo with a stop at Palermo Cathedral. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Via Roma
During your visit to Palermo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Via Roma. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Ballaro Market
Buy freshly caught fish, eat Sicilian specialties and search for vintage clothes at a market that has been serving Palermo's residents for centuries.

Via Vittorio Emanuele
You can find out about the history of Palermo with a visit to Via Vittorio Emanuele. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Palace of the Normans
You can learn about the history of Palermo with a visit to Palace of the Normans. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do

Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

Palermo: Guided City Walking Tour w/Customizable Itinerary

From Palermo: Round-Trip Shuttle Van or Bus to Monreale

From Palermo: Mafia Tour of Corleone with Hotel Pickup
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Other neighbourhoods around Palermo Historical Center

Centro Storico
If you're spending some time in Centro Storico, Palermo Harbour and Via Vittorio Emanuele are top sights worth seeing.

Castellammare
Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Harbour and Via Roma.

Albergheria
Albergheria is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palazzo Conte Federico and Sicilian Region Central Library.

Monte di Pieta
Monte di Pieta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Cathedral and Quattro Canti.

Kalsa
Historical sites, museums and gardens are some highlights of Kalsa. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Regional Gallery while you're exploring.
Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo
While visiting Corso dei Mille - Sant'Erasmo, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Botanical Garden and Villa Giulia.